Endoscopic pneumatic balloon dilatation for achalasia of the cardia.

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  • P H Ding
چکیده

This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of endoscopic pneumatic balloon dilatation as the initial treatment for achalasia of the cardia. 15 patients with achalasia underwent a total of 19 dilatations using the new polyethylene dilator (Microvasive Rigiflex Balloon Dilator) over the last 6 years. An overall treatment success rate of 93% was achieved. 11 patients (73.3%) have not required a further dilatation and 3 patients (20%) required between 1 and 2 further dilatations. Elective surgery was necessary in 1 patient. The mean follow-up period was 31.5 months. There was no complication or death attributable to the procedure. Endoscopic pneumatic balloon dilation is a safe and effective treatment for achalasia and should be considered as the initial treatment of choice in most patients with achalasia.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • The Medical journal of Malaysia

دوره 50 4  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1995